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Italian Citizenship by Descent

Italy offers one of the most generous citizenship by descent programs in Europe, with no language requirements and no residency obligations.

Processing Time

12-24 months

Starting Price

$4,000

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DIY Citizenship

Easy
65% Complex
Difficult

Success Factors

Clear documentation available
Moderate processing times
Expert guidance essential

European Citizenship by Descent

We specialize in five major European citizenships, each with unique benefits and requirements. Our expert team guides you through the entire process from eligibility assessment to final approval.

Residency Path

Choose Your Italian Heritage Journey: 8 Authentic Comuni Await
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1948 Path

Your Italian Heritage is Still Your Pathway to Citizenship
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Judicial Path

Gain EU citizenship via the Judicial Path in Italy
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Why Choose Italian Citizenship?

EU citizenship with work rights across 27 countries
No Italian language requirement
Passes citizenship to your children
No residency requirement to maintain
Access to Italian healthcare system
Visa-free travel to 180+ countries

Application Process & Pricing

Everything you need to know about getting your Italian citizenship

Requirements
Documents
Timeline
Challenges
Pricing
Eligibility Requirements

Key requirements for Italian citizenship by descent

Italian ancestor born in Italy (any year)
Unbroken chain of Italian citizenship to you
Ancestor didn't naturalize before children were born
All required documents properly authenticated
Required Documents

Documents you'll need to gather for your application

Your birth certificate (certified)
Your parents' birth/marriage certificates
Your grandparents' birth/marriage certificates
Italian ancestor's birth certificate from Italy
Italian ancestor's naturalization records (if any)
Death certificates for deceased persons in chain
Process Timeline

Step-by-step timeline for your Italian citizenship journey

1
Your birth certificate (certified)
Evaluate your eligibility and develop strategy
1-2 weeks
2
Document Collection
Gather all required documents from various sources
3-8 months
3
Translation & Authentication
Professional translation and apostille services
1-2 months
4
Consulate Application
Submit application and await processing
6-18 months
Common Challenges & Solutions

Potential obstacles in the Italian citizenship process and our proven solutions to overcome them

Challenge: Complex genealogy research required
Professional Research Team
• Certified genealogy researchers with Italian specialization
• Access to Italian archives and comune records
• Advanced DNA analysis to support documentary evidence
• Comprehensive family tree reconstruction services
Challenge: Italian document requests can be slow
Italian Document Expediting
• Direct relationships with Italian municipalities and archives
• Local Italian agents for in-person document collection
• Express document processing where available
• Multiple backup strategies for difficult-to-obtain documents
Challenge: Appointment booking at consulates
Consulate Relationship Management
• Established relationships with consular offices nationwide
• Professional appointment scheduling and management
• Strategic timing to minimize wait periods
• Backup consulate options when primary locations are busy
Challenge: Document translation and authentication
Certified Translation Services
• Network of certified translators specializing in legal documents
• Apostille and consular legalization services
• Quality review of all translations before submission
• Rush processing options for time-sensitive applications

Our Track Record Overcoming Challenges

98%

Success Rate
Even complex cases

2,500+

Cases Completed
All citizenship types

15

Years ExperienceSpecialized expertise

Don't Let Challenges Stop Your Citizenship Journey

Our experts have seen every possible obstacle and know exactly how to overcome them.

DIY Citizenship

$1,500 USD

1:1 guidance—you retrieve documents; we provide roadmap, forms, and final legal review & filing.

Includes

✅ Kickoff call + personal roadmap
✅ Tailored client portal
✅ All document order forms
✅ Dedicated citizenship advisor
✅ Final legal review & case filing
✅ Legal review

Not Included

❌ Document retrieval costs
❌ Authentication/apostille costs
❌ Translation costs
❌ Court fees
❌ Government Application fee
Start with DIY

All‑Inclusive — Single

$6,749 USD

Includes: Everything from DIY plus...

✅ Comprehensive ancestry research
✅ Full document retrieval & apostilles
✅ Certified translations & notarizations
✅ Application prep & submission
✅ Passport issuance assistance
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All‑Inclusive — Family

$9,499 USD

Includes: Everything from DIY plus

✅ Dedicated case manager & attorney oversight
✅ Full document retrieval & apostilles
✅ Certified translations & notarizations
✅ Application prep & submission
✅ Passport issuance assistance

Family pricing

Each additional family member:
• Additional adult: $2,000 USD
‍• Additional minor child: $400 USD
After the 3rd family member, the same add‑on rates apply.
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Living in Italy

Everything you need to know about life in Italy

Country Overview

Capital
Rome
Population
60.4 million
Language
Italian
Currency
Euro (€)
GDP per Capita
$35,551
Time Zone
CET/CEST

Passport Mobility

Global Ranking
#4
Visa-free destinations
189 countries
EU Work Rights
✓ 27 countries
Schengen Access
✓ Free travel
Work in Switzerland
✓ Bilateral agreement

Quality of Life

Global Peace Index
#32 worldwide
Happiness Report
#33 worldwide
Human Development
#29 worldwide
Healthcare Quality
#2 worldwide
Life Expectancy
83.4 years
Mobility
Healthcare
Taxes
Cost of Living
Climate
Global Mobility

Italian passport ranks #4 globally with exceptional travel freedom and work rights

Travel Freedom

Visa-free Countries
189 destinations
Global Ranking
#4 (Henley Passport Index)
Schengen Zone
26 countries free access
EU Member Benefits
27 countries work rights

Key Destinations

United States - 90 days visa-free
Canada - eTA required (quick approval)
Australia - eVisitor visa online
Japan - 90 days visa-free
Singapore - 90 days visa-free
Switzerland - Work rights via bilateral agreement
United Kingdom - 6 months visitor access
All EU countries - Live and work freely
Healthcare System

Italy has one of the world's best healthcare systems (WHO #2 ranking) with universal coverage

System Overview

System Name
Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN)
Global Ranking
#2 (WHO)
Coverage
Universal for residents
Primary Care
Free with Tessera Sanitaria

Key Features

Free emergency care for all
Free hospital care and surgery
Comprehensive specialist care
Free maternity and pediatric care
Prescription medications heavily subsidized
Mental health services included
Dental care (emergency treatment)
Preventive care and health screenings
Tax System

Italy has a progressive tax system with various deductions and special regimes for new residents

Tax Rates

Personal Income
23% - 43%
Corporate Tax
24%
VAT Rate
22%
Capital Gains
26%
Property Tax
0.4% - 1.06%
Inheritance Tax
4% - 8%

Special Regimes

New resident scheme - 70% income tax reduction
Flat tax for wealthy individuals - €100,000 annually
Pension income regime - 7% flat rate
Start-up incentives for new businesses
R&D tax credits for innovation
Family allowances and deductions
Cost of Living

Italy offers excellent value for money, especially outside major cities like Milan and Rome

Cost Indices (vs NYC = 100)

Overall Cost Index
71.8
Rent Index
39.2
Groceries Index
65.3
Restaurant Index
69.7

Monthly Expenses (Examples)

1BR Rome/Milan center
€1,000-1,500
1BR Florence/Bologna
€700-1,000
1BR smaller cities
€400-700
Restaurant meal
€12-25
Coffee (espresso)
€1.00-1.50
Public transport pass
€35-55
Utilities (85m²)
€120-180
Climate & Weather

Italy enjoys a diverse Mediterranean climate with regional variations from Alpine to Mediterranean

Climate Overview

Climate Type
Mediterranean/Continental
Summer Average
20-30°C (68-86°F)
Winter Average
5-15°C (41-59°F)
Sunny Days/Year
250+ days
Annual Rainfall
600-1,500mm

Regional Variations

Northern Italy (Milan, Venice)
‍Continental climate, four distinct seasons
Central Italy (Rome, Florence)
‍Mediterranean climate, mild winters
Southern Italy (Naples, Sicily)
‍Warm Mediterranean, hot dry summers
Italian Alps
‍Alpine climate, snow in winter

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